[Program for instruction in comprehensive general medicine: conceptualization and strategies for its evaluation]

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Program Evaluation
• Curriculum Development

Context:

• Evaluation of the Comprehensive General Medicine Program at the Autonomous National University of Mexico.
• Program established in 1974 as an experimental study plan with modular and tutorial instruction.
• Evaluation conducted in 1982 to guide program development.

Purpose:

• To strengthen and redirect the development of the Comprehensive General Medicine Program.
• To identify and address obstacles in the evaluation process.
• To establish a framework for ongoing program assessment.

Summary:

• The study details the conceptual and strategic underpinnings of the program evaluation.
• Methodology involved reviewing innovative medical instruction programs, selecting an evaluation model, and defining priorities.
• Identified obstacles included conceptual, methodological, logistic, operational, and attitudinal challenges.

Impact:

• The evaluation process led to the definition of 12 specific projects.
• These projects cover curriculum review, alumni follow-up, instructional materials, tutors, knowledge integration, student performance, and administration.
• Aimed to enhance the quality and effectiveness of undergraduate medical training.